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Welcome back to the Trailhead Buzz!

Summer is settling in across Billings, and this week brings plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy it. From live music downtown and baseball at Dehler Park to Pride celebrations, historic tours at Moss Mansion, and a packed weekend of community events, there's something happening in every corner of the city.

Whether you're planning your next night out, looking for a family-friendly adventure, or just want to stay in the loop on what's buzzing around town, we've rounded up the highlights for the week ahead.

Let's see what's happening on the trail this week.

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DQ is Launching a $7 Meal Deal with a Sweet Blizzard Treat Upgrade Option

The meal deal is available from June 1 to June 28, featuring your choice of 100% white meat seasoned, 3-piece crispy chicken strips or 100% real beef patty original cheeseburger, served alongside regular sized fries, choice of dipping sauce, a 21 oz. drink and a dessert to top it all off. 

• Did you hear about the girl who ate a frog? They say she's going to croak.

Each spring, Billings, Montana bursts with color as the Tina and Daughters Iris Garden celebrates over three decades as a beloved local treasure.

This family-owned oasis began with just 300 iris types and now dazzles visitors with more than 3,700 varieties.

Downtown Billings is buzzing with the arrival of two creative hubs, opening new doors for local artists, entrepreneurs, and content creators.

Billings Launchpad, founded by Philip Agyeman-Budu and John Biddle, offers a professional studio at 14 S. 27th St. complete with facilities for photography, podcasting, and video production.

• Why did the Energizer Bunny go to jail? He was charged with battery.

Billings Events Roundup - June 16–22, 2026

🎶 Live Music & Nightlife

The Dead South + Amigo the Devil

Wednesday, June 17 • 6 PM • Downtown Skatepark
One of the biggest shows of the month lands in Billings this week. Expect a packed crowd, folk-punk energy, and plenty of singalong moments under the summer sky.

Alive After 5: The Hellroaring

Thursday, June 18 • 5–8 PM • The Monte Bar & Casino
Downtown's summer concert series continues with Montana's own honky-tonk sound. Grab dinner downtown, meet friends, and enjoy one of the city's favorite summer traditions.

🏛️ History & Culture  Moss Mansion Summer Tours

Wednesday–Sunday
The mansion's summer exhibit, Woven History: Rugs of the Moss Mansion, is now open. Visitors can see antique floor coverings from around the world and explore one of Billings' most iconic historic homes.

Special "Woven History" Behind-the-Scenes Tour

Sunday, June 21 - A deeper dive into the exhibit with access to areas and stories not typically included in standard tours. Great pick for history buffs and architecture fans.

⚾ Sports -  Billings Mustangs vs. Great Falls Voyagers

Friday, June 19 • 6:35 PM   Saturday, June 20 • 6:35 PM
Sunday, June 21 • 1:05 PM
A full weekend homestand at Dehler Park. Summer baseball season is officially rolling.

Heart & Sole Run   Saturday, June 20 • Midtown
The 47th annual race features 10K, 5K, and 2-mile options. One of Billings' longest-running community fitness events.

🎭 Interactive Entertainment

The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery

Saturday, June 20 • DoubleTree Downtown
An interactive comedy-meets-whodunit dinner show where guests help solve the crime while enjoying dinner.

🐾 Family-Friendly ZooMontana Summer Events

ZooMontana's summer season is underway, with evening programs and special events appearing throughout June. Check the zoo's weekly calendar before heading out.

Weekend at the Rims

Not a scheduled event, but with long daylight hours and forecasted summer weather, Zimmerman Park, Swords Park, and the Rimrocks remain some of the best free ways to spend a June evening in Billings.

👀 Looking Ahead

• Symphony in the Park — June 28
• Corb Lund at The Pub Station — June 23
• Alive After 5 continues every Thursday through July
• Ales for Trails — August 28 at ZooMontana

Editor's Picks This Week

🥇 The Dead South
🥈 Alive After 5
🥉 Moss Mansion's Woven History Tour
⚾ Billings Mustangs Weekend Series

The Billings Fun Con returned to the MetraPark Expo Center this weekend, inviting fans of all genres to a lively celebration of pop culture and creativity.

Visitors from Montana and neighboring states gathered to browse vendor booths, meet artists, and snap photos with celebrity guests such as Brett Wagner, best known as Leatherface from “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.”

That's a Wrap

That's all for this week's Trailhead Buzz.

Whether you're catching a concert downtown, cheering on the Mustangs, exploring the Moss Mansion, or simply soaking up a long Montana summer evening, we hope you find a reason to get out and enjoy Billings this week.

Know about an event, local business, or community story we should feature? We'd love to hear from you. Reply and let us know what's buzzing around your corner of town.

Until next week, happy trails and see you out there.

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